Keeping in mind that I’m stuck at home now because of a Winter Storm Warning [or maybe it’s a Level One Snow Emergency at this point], I give you the following…
Some days you slay the dragon, other days you befriend it.
I’m nothing if not good at entertaining myself with goofy little projects. Blame it on my curiosity and a creative spirit and a lonely only childhood that taught me to make my own fun. Thus as an adult, who just happens to write a personal blog, I’ve no shame when it comes to trying new things here– and making obscure references*.
This is especially true when there’s a potential source of flapdoodle and twaddle sitting in our family room while waiting to be discovered.
Hence I give you the following 18 second silent video of our Christmas Dragon** who never got packed away at the end of the season this year. Instead he’s been lounging on an outdoor swivel dining chair that is, for reasons too complicated to go into, currently residing in the corner of the family room.
Clearly the dragon looks good sitting on the chair: you might say he’s a natural. In fact, in a moment of pure genius complete kookiness I realized I could make my first [and only?] action video, thereby showcasing my directorial skills and testing the waters to see whether Christmas Dragon could be a regular*** on this blog.
In other words, tell me if you think he has star potential.
* The title of this post is alluding to William Shakespeare’s famous stage direction in The Winter’s Tale.
** I’m sad to say that our Christmas Dragon has no official stage name. Polite suggestions welcome, but he is not magical so don’t even go there.
*** Years ago I occasionally featured a star critter named Fuzzy the Squirrel [here and here and here] who, may he RIP, annoyed & entertained in equal measure.
This made my morning
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LA, thank you. I try to avoid doing the same old, same old here.
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You succeed
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Thank you.
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He seems to me to need a white cat to stroke. He looks to be quiet yet is blindingly bright so perhaps his name is Glofeld.
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Zazzy, nice name idea. We have no cats here, but I can see where you’re going with this.
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I get a distinct Mr Rogers feel to the entrance. I half expected him to put on slippers and say good morning.
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Dan, ha! If I had a way for him to wear some slippers, and a cardigan, that’d be a great starring role for him. Love it.
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Your posts are always great stress relievers, Mzz Ally!
I like Dan’s “take.”
Cute video, but of course! and may your weather improve. 🙂
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Marian, thank you! I believe if I can’t fly my freak flag here on this blog, then what’s the point? That is especially true when there’s a dragon in the next room and I’m snowed in.
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Goofy, little projects are the best kind of fun, Ally. OH, my goodness, hilarious! Your skill set, amazing! Especially the zooming in. Stephen Spielberg….watch out! 🙂
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Erica/Erika, thank you for your kind words. Yes, I’m sure you’re right that Stephen Spielberg will be worried once he sees this little gem. 🙄
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Unlike Dan who felt a Mr Rogers vibe…. I was having Hitchcockian flashbacks to mother in Pyscho.
😳
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River, oh I can see where you’re going with this. Now who shall I get to play Norman? Bwha-ha-ha!
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He’s too cute to be a psycho! Your title reminds me of an old cartoon character named Snagglepuss, who always bugged out of a troubling scene with the remark, “Exit, stage left!”
I look forward to the sequel!
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I agree, Eilene. I consider this dragon to be a sweetie. I LOVE SNAGGLEPUSS. I’d forgotten about him, somehow– and now I wonder if his tagline was a reference to Willy Shakes’s famous stage direction. 🤔
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You certainly might have thunk he was being pursued by a dragon!
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Exactly! Oh I really did enjoy those cartoons. When I get the chance I’m going to look for some of them on YouTube.
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Hahaha! He’s adorable.
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Deb, thank you. I feel a star is born!
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I have the same patio chairs, but alas, no Seasonal Dragon.
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nance, our Christmas Dragon is the best $10 I ever spent at Costco years ago. I don’t know why I’ve never thought about featuring him before.
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I think we’ve all been cooped up way too long…dragons included.
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Dorothy, ‘YA THINK?!! 😜
I know that I’ve been cooped up 11 months now with no end in sight until I’ve had both Covid-19 vaccinations. With the addition of snow and ice, I’m feeling particularly stuck today.
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Ah, me too. They are working through the age groups in Vermont, so I’m going to have to be patient. Today, we are holed up with snow, sleet, and ice. The dog doesn’t even want to go out!
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We have the same weather here today although supposedly the sun is going to shine later which would give me a lift. Maybe provide a photo op, even.
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Ah, sunshine. That would be a nice change! It makes it all better.
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He’s adorable. Is there a kraken sidekick or is he a diva?
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AutumnAshbough, I hadn’t thought about adding some kraken to the cast. I kind of suspect he’s a diva, but time will tell. If nothing else, he is photogenic.
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Diva Dragon!
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Ooh, now that has a ring to it. Plus alliteration is memorable.
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I live to name and nickname.
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Good to know your strengths! 😊
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Hahaha. 🙂 If only he had a donkey for a sidekick. 😉
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YES! That’s a great idea, Lynette. I can see it now, the two of them wandering down a path in a forest…
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“How To Train Your Dragon”
Keep him seated on a short leash!
Thanks for the morning grin, Ally.
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Nancy, well said. Of course the leash here is cotton string that I use to tie the tomato vines to the stakes BUT I’m nothing if not creative. And a little nuts.
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Google Pluto the talking dog. Think talking dragon. That’s a challenge for your next video! Good luck with the snow. I am mildly amused that you have a level 1 snow warning but I did get that the infrastructure and the traffic and the houses aren’t constructed for something like that. I love snow. Go outside and make a snow dragon! Google that as well. We have a couple of 6′ high and 20′ long ones this year in the city near my home.
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bernieLynne, now that you mention it I remember Pluto, sort of. Will do as you suggest so that I can make an even better dragon video next time. And maybe a snow dragon today!
Yes, we live in a region where 1″ of snow can send people into a tizzy. Z-D and I grew up farther north so it doesn’t phase us. That being said, not all communities clear their roads so driving can be more treacherous than you might expect.
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Oh the Pluto I am talking about is a new Instagram pandemic sensation! Snow dragons rock!!
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I’m always out of it when it comes to anything new on IG… or YouTube… or pretty much any social media. Thanks for setting me straight. Off to see what this is all about.
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Sometimes life presents you with something you didn’t know you needed. That video did just that. So thank you! Looking forward to more videos with your Christmas dragon.
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L. Marie, I’m glad you liked this little video, my first attempt at anything like this. I tell you, stuck at home like we are… I’m getting sillier by the day.
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Although he is red and green, I do not feel that he has a Christmas vibe. You could have him out year-round. The suspense I felt as I waited for him to do something or even speak!!… but then I saw your note that it is a “silent” video. You can go in so many different directions from here. I hope he will always be kind and sweet…
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Ellen D, you know Zen-Den, my husband, said the exact same thing as you wrote. He doesn’t feel that Drags, as Z-D calls him, has a Christmas vibe.
This is my first cell phone video attempt at doing something that involves a *stage hand* while shooting the scene. Despite what some commenters have said, I think this dragon is kind and sweet, too. I rather like his inability to sit up on his own.
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He looks like a ‘Pete’ to me. Not a ‘Peter’, though. He’s very cute and seems to be the friendly type, who would help a person change a tire if that were needed and if only his arms were not quite so short.
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J, Pete is a good name possibility. Thank you. Made me laugh about his short arms. He doesn’t sit up on his own either, which is probably why he was on sale for $10 when I bought him at Costco years ago.
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Are we sure he’s a HE?
Also, he/she needs clothing.
Maybe you should spend this winter making him/her some? 🙂
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Kari, I’m going with HE because that’s how we’ve always thought of him. When I bought him at Costco there were girl dragons who were pink + purple– and there were boy dragons who were red + green. As for making him some clothes, if by that you mean finding some used kids clothes at Goodwill– sure, I could do that.
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LOL! This is great. Run with it and see where it takes you…I mean making videos with it not you, you know…actually running with it. Although now that I think about it that could be a fun video to watch! 😂😂😂😂
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Deborah, I’m pleased that you like this. I feel there’s potential here for our Christmas Dragon to shine as long as I can keep my *stage hand* enthusiastic about helping me.
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😀
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You understand!
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Slightly more flapdoodle than twaddle, but at least in my mind it’s star potential, yes. – Marty
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Marty, interesting assessment of this video. It is flapdoodle-ish, on purpose. Next time though there will be more twaddle. I promise.
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I’d like to reserve judgment until I hear what kind of a voice you give him. So far, so good, though.
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John, duly noted. Your guess is as good as mine about what kind of voice this wannabe star will have.
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Definite star potential here!
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Donna, I’m glad you see it, too. 😊
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“we all need more Christmas” 24/7 so don’t let his holiday orientation bias his use as an actor!
🙂
Oh and “I see the strings! I see the strings!” As a kid I was always the one to try to find the ‘invisible’ strings on how special affects were done back in the day – so, sorry, couldn’t hold back!
Really fun and now you can say nameless dragon made a grand entrance – what next?
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Laura, I like how you think. His Christmas coloring can work in many seasons, while still shining seasonal joy on what he is doing.
As for the strings, they are somewhat intentional and should I take this project further, they’ll probably always be visible. I like to think of them as my directorial style. Also that cotton string is here [meant for tying tomato plants to bamboo poles], so why not use it? 😉
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‘Directional Style’…hmmm sounds like you’re leaning towards continuing the series????
‘Diva Dragon and her trusty donkey sidekick’ is a good start, I’d say!
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Diva Dragon is growing in popularity as his name. But can a boy dragon be a diva?
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maybe that’s part of his story line – like a boy named Sue (old Johnie Cash song).
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EXCELLENT POINT. The poor guy does need a backstory.
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The debut video continuation challenge is thusly presented to you. Now armed with ideas & encouragement from your bloggerfriends – will you rise to the challenge?
I’m rooting for ‘yes’
🙂
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I probably will, but all in good time. I don’t sense that Christmas Dragon is going to age out of his role.
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Good point! Thanks for this slice of glee for today –
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You betcha!
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After shoveling the way out of the last ten inches of snow, I was delighted to discover your directorial debut and your charming dragon. While I’m not sure this is his name, I do know he wouldn’t mind be recognized as Grando, which is, of course, an excellent descriptive as well as an anagram of dragon. And lucky you, having a fire-breathing dragon can come in handy during snow emergencies.
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Deborah, oh your name for him is brilliant. I shall let him know about it and see if he likes it. He, of course, will have the final say about his stage name. I know that many dragons are fire-breathing but so far this guy hasn’t shown the inclination to do so. Will advise you of any changes in that department should they arise.
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Oh your dragon is simply GORGEOUS! My apologies for shouting 😉
I think he shows every likelihood of become a great star. Could you find him a small pair of glasses, perhaps even pince nez? Then he’d fit right in with the spectacled vibe…
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Deb, yours is a great idea. Yes, yes– he needs spectacles. Considering I made this video in a moment of whimsy, I didn’t contemplate how he could be dressed. Now the ideas are coming to me. Thanks.
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Just think of the books he could read in IG posts – he could even become a viral bookstagrammer!
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Ha! Now that’s an idea. 🤓
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“I’m ready for my close-up, Ms. Bean”….that’s the vibe I got. Cool dragon. Pandemic the Dragon has a certain ring to it, IMHO. Loved your video.
Deb
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Deb, ha! Good one. I tell you the camera loves that dragon, so there could be lots of close-ups in his future. I like your name for him. It could work, should I continue producing little videos in which he stars.
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I do declare, thar be dragon. He just needs a book, some specs and a glass of red wine and he’ll be ever so more at home. Too dear Ally Bean, a smile on my dial
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Susan, yours are nice touches to his look and charm. Should I make another video I’ll be sure to try to add them. Of course the big question is: will I ever make another video? This one was brought to you by the muse of spontaneity. 🤔
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He looks like a Sebastian. He just does….
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Donna, that’s a great name for him. A sophisticated name like Sebastian might suit him. It could be his stage name.
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The silent turning-eeeeh. It was scary! I’m no good with names–Big Red? I have friends who have mascots and put them in various places for cute photos, but he’s kind of large for that. Sorry, Big Red!
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Margaret, Big Red is big and red, so there’s a logic to your name idea. He’s not all that easy to position because he tips over easily so thinking he may stay around the house. He’s more than a mascot!
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Definitely star potential. I think he should use the stage name Strawberry. Why? Because.
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Marian, Strawberry is a name that would suit him. For obvious reasons. Good idea.
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I like Strawberry. Or Red. Feeling simple this morning.
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Rita, yes I see your point. He is after all a basic dragon, from a sale bin in Costco.
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Oh, I didn’t mean to imply anything about his origins. I just have Dull Brain this morning. Maybe he needs something a little fancier. Scarlet, Brick, or Carmine, perhaps? Although those all sound like soap opera characters.
I think I may need a nap.
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Now Carmine is rather clever. That takes Red and makes me think of Laverne and Shirley. Hmmm…
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I could see him living happily in their basement apartment next to their statue of David.
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HA! Oh now we’re onto something. I loved that show, made me laugh back then. Wonder if it would today?
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I watched a video of someone’s goats running through the barn in slow motion this morning on FB and I could NOT stop laughing, so I am joining you in admitting to having a serious case of the sillies. So funny watching Mr. Fire Breath spin slowly to greet all of us.
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Ernie, nicely said: “a serious case of the sillies.” That is how I feel today, maybe this whole week. I created this video on the spur of the moment and I gotta say that it was fun. However where I go with this remains to be seen. I like goats. I’d laugh, too.
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The video star who shall remain nameless. Perhaps Covid has been around too long? Or perhaps it is bringing out the creativity that has been lying fallow.
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Carol, combine pandemic fatigue with mid-winter storm and this is what you get! Not sure if/how I’ll proceed with video star who shall remain nameless, but he does seem to have a lot of fans already.
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He is very cute and should be named Chris, of course, short for Christmas.
I agree that occasionally outside furniture does need to make a statement inside, but never take inside furniture outside…that is a totally different (garage sale) look.
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Suz, ah ha! You understand how that chair came to be in the family room. Furniture goes where it is needed inside this house. Chris is a great name for the dragon. I like it.
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He’s adorable! At least he gets to look out the window as the hours go by there. He definitely has star potential but the director needs to do a better job hiding those strings from the camera. 😉
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Barbara, I take your note. The director is only as good as her *stage hand* and mine was less interested in hiding the strings than he was in watching a movie on the TV screen that was behind me. 🤨
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Love it. I kind of thought of the mom scene in Psycho too but he is way less scary. I think he could be left out all year. Looking forward to the next installment. Great job.
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Janet, Christmas Dragon is out because Z-D feels the same way as you. He thinks Christmas Dragon isn’t seasonal, more like timeless. I’m not sure when I’ll get back to this video project but when I do you know I’ll post it here. I have no shame.
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First and foremost, lady, you are bored. I know this because I’m doing hand sewing which I hate, and as an only child as well I recognize boredom.:-) However, I like your dragon and applaud your directorial skills. I do think he should stay in the house in his chair right by the window. Why not? The mailman or a local child will have a smile just like we all did. I’m sure someone will come up with a very cool name, but he could also just be ‘Red.’ Have a good day. 🙂
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Judy, yes we’re kindred [only child] spirits who understand how our childhoods influence us to this day. Hence a video about a dragon sitting on an outside chair inside the house. I plan on leaving him in that chair because he tips over easily and the arms on that one catch him. As for his name, we’ll decide on that eventually.
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As I was doing that dreaded hand sewing, I was thinking why am I doing this. Then I remembered – it keeps the hands on the clock moving. 🙂
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And for that we are grateful. Sew on, my dear.
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Oh lord. Now have you met the blogger “Evil Squirrel?” He has a cast of dozens which populate his blog posts every day and which even featured in some cartoon strips (drawn by E.S.). They’ve also been in what he called “Shelf Critter Theater’ productions…. you and he have much in common and perhaps much to speak of. There is an upcoming ‘contest’ E.S. hosts each year called “The Contest of Whatever” or C.O.W. for short. I won in 2019 by some strange turn of events. (still amazes me). I suspect your dragon could make a true debut in something like that….. a shortish blog piece of your own devising. “Dragon’ strikes me as a short and appropriate name for Mr. Dragon, but I’m sure whatever you choose will be perfect! ❤
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Melanie I know evilsquirrel13 well. Back in the day he was Fuzzy the Squirrel’s biggest fan. I’ve entered his C.O.W. twice, once in 2015 and then again in 2019 when you won.
I like the idea of using our Christmas Dragon in his latest contest, but I have zero ideas right now about what my storyline might be. Still, you have put a thought into my head. Thanks for mentioning this to me.
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Ally, Very cute dragon and fun directorial debut. Your video release is within the time frame for the 93rd Academy Awards ceremony. “And the academy award goes to….”
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Natalie, laughing at that one. Yes, I’m sure that this production is on the par of those vying for an Academy Award. So good of you to notice. 😆
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Put a dagger in his hand and you’ve got a whole different kind of video drama.
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Jean, I didn’t think of that angle on this video. I have to admit that for an inanimate object sitting on a chair, he brings out the creativity in everyone.
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Adorable Dragon. Thanks for the entertainment. 🙂
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Betsy, I do what I can to add quality entertainment to the blogosphere. 😉
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Well worth the time.
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Maybe…
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Well, for your readers’ entertainment, any way.
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My first time here and I’m smiling for seeing that adorable dragon. Thank you for that, and for stopping by Dharma Bums and leaving a comment. It is so much appreciated.
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Robin Andrea, welcome. I appreciate you stopping by to comment. I’m not always as silly as I am today, but the longer I write this blog the more I feel like letting my inner goofball out. Not sure what that says about me.
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I think he definitely has star potential, although might I suggest not direct closeups of his nose? 🙂 And talk about someone pulling strings to get what they want! BTW, I love flapdoodle and twaddle, at least the words. 🙂
janet
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Janet, good point about his nose. This was my first attempt at taking a video of an inanimate object [sorry Christmas Dragon you aren’t real]. Using a video camera to record people or animals or nature is easier than making an inanimate object look alive. Perhaps this is a skill I’ll develop as I go along. As for the strings, I feel they’re hokey and charming and add a certain something to this video! 😉
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I like them, too. Just humorous.
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And the Oscar goes to … Puffy Galore who wants to you to know he’s ready for his close up.
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Jan, you made me laugh. Do you suppose if I submit this “film” to the Academy they’ll take it seriously? What a dream that’d be!
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Oh yeah!
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Love the dragon!! I keep some angels out all year. Why not a special dragon??
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Anne, I like how you think. Angels, dragons… it’s all about keeping your spirit happy.
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I dunno. He kinda looks like Barney the dinosaur after a hard night of drinking…
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Swinged Cat, you’re right. I didn’t see that resemblance before, but there you have it. Maybe I should watch him more closely at night to see what he’s up to when my back is turned. 😒
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Thank god he doesn’t look like Chucky! Or does he…?
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NO!!! That’d be too much for me
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Your dragon is awfully cute. We can’t be afraid to try something new.
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Nicki, thank you and thank you. Before this I’d never tried to do a video of an inanimate object moving, so now I can check that off the list. It remains to be seen if there’ll be a sequel!
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Gees…. The special effects are amazing!
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VO, thank you! My *stage hand* is the best when it comes to implementing my ideas. 😄
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Perfect!!
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Now I have to use the words flapdoodle and twaddle somewhere.
Oh, yeah, your dragon is quite a killer. HE looks like he is about to sing the alphabet song.
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Limp Cabbage and Soggy Chips, yes, yes. By all means use the words flapdoodle and twaddle, add them to your daily lexicon. You know you’re right, Christmas Dragon does look like he could break out in a rousing rendition of the alphabet song. Who knows, he might just do that. 🤔
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So fun! Why is he only a Christmas dragon? He can be an every day dragon because he is so cute.
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Markus + Micah, this fellow got put with the Christmas decorations because of his coloring, but this year we thought we’d let him join in family life all year round. Now he is on the cusp of being a star!
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Christmas Dragon is no Fuzzy the Squirrel (But then again, who could possibly fill his big shoes… or whatever squirrels wear on their feet), but he’s certainly a good looking fellow who’d certainly accentuate a few blog posts. I am all for inanimate objects starring on blogs…
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evilsquirrel13, somehow I thought you might like Christmas Dragon. Of course whether he becomes a feature really has less to do with him and more to do with the director. We’ll see how this all develops.
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Well, you got a chuckle out of me this morning, so that’s something! A very good start. I’d say you are where James Cameron was 30 years ago. Your directing future is looking bright!
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The Travel Architect, you flatter me. Somehow I don’t see myself sticking with this medium for 30 years. Truth be told it’s lucky I managed to stick with it for 30 minutes. This was fun to make, but now what…?
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The sequel, of course. (Maybe he turn back away from the audience. That would be very dramatic!)
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HA! Now that’s a plot line I could make happen IF my *stage hand* has some free time. A director is nothing without her staff to make all the action happen on her cue.
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THANK you for the huge smile this morning. Mine. On my face. Not your dragon’s, who seems a bit befuddled. But that’s not a good name. I mean, Befuddle the Dragon isn’t even alliterative. Danny Boy. He could be Danny the Dragon who is rolling his eyes (I caught that, did you?) as you moved him in his chair. After all, he HAD been enjoying the view. ;l-0
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Pam, you’ve made my day with this comment. You flatter and entertain. Leave it to you to see into the heart of the dragon and find his befuddlement. Danny the Dragon is a good name, as I am fond of alliteration.
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Awww, now you just flattered me! I definitely believe in flattery and I bet Danny the dragon does too. 🥰
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Ha! Oh my, in this comment there seems to be a push for a particular name… that just happens to be your idea for Christmas Dragon’s stage name. Go figure
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Oh, Christmas Dragon definitely has star potential. Any critter with a big red nose is a hit in my book! Thanks for the smiles this evening!
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Laurie, I’ll let Christmas Dragon has another fan. He’ll be tickled… red.
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That made me smile 🙂
I am a fan of the dragon, he’s cute, he’s stable, he’s good company. Do keep us posted if you name him.
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A star is born! I would cut the frame a little smaller though. I could see the string! I expect dragonesque reporting from here on in, Ally!
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Amanda, good idea about the frame. I’ve never tried anything like this before. When you video people or animals or nature they/it move on their own. But my dragon needed a little nudge to be active.
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Your dragon is only beginning his theatrical journey so we will be lenient!
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Amanda, thank you for your support. I’ll let the Christmas Dragon know he has what it takes.
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Bravo on your directorial debut! It kind of reminds me of that scene in Psycho were the rocking chair reveals Norman Bates mother…..but your dragon is a bit more colorful!
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Joni, I wasn’t thinking about Psycho when I did this little video but you’re right. I was just trying to see how I could get an inanimate object to move before the camera. Luckily my *stage hand* [aka husband] was there to help me implement my artistic vision. 😊
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Well I nominate you for a virtual Oscar!
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😎
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I think the Christmas dragon could be a big star. I’m already in love. 🙂
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Robin, I’ll let him know he has a fan. He’ll be pleased, I know it.
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Ally – I’m glad to see you’re not dragon, er, draggin’ your wagon when it comes to creativity. Yes, please let more women win Oscars for their collective directorial debuts. I’ll nominate you.
Of course I had to read about the escapades of Fuzzy the Squirrel and I am adding my two cents’ worth to those posts as comments are closed. I had to have AT&T back two weeks ago as the ‘hood squirrels chewed the telephone wires again. I don’t have any squirrels at/near my house anymore, so they are evidently from the next block. But it’s the third or fourth time for a service call and I was proactive this time and called while the phone line was staticky, not dead.
Also, a friend of mine lives in Raleigh, NC. She liked cherry tomatoes. The squirrels liked them too. She decided if she grew them in pots, rather than a garden, they might not come up onto the deck and chow down. She also had a poodle at the time. Brilliant move, or so she thought. Squirrels would still hunker down and feast away. The nursery said “paint each cherry tomato with Tabasco sauce – that’s gonna stop them in their tracks.” Do you know how painstaking that would be just for cherry tomatoes? She did it – it still didn’t stop them, so she gave up altogether and buys them at the grocery store now.
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Linda, nice word play: draggin’ your wagon. Made me smile, it did.
Our phone lines are buried here so I’ve not had any squirrels do them in, but what a bother for you. As cute as squirrels can be, they are not respectful of stuff that is not theirs.
I read that you should sprinkle red pepper on the soil around tomatoes and that it would keep the squirrels in line. I tried it and it did work for a little while. It was easy enough to do, unlike the Tabasco sauce idea, but in the end I gave up on growing any little tomatoes for us– and now, like your friend, I buy them at the grocery store.
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Glad to give you a smile Ally. Yes, my furry friends are better in the Park environment. They just fixed the lines almost a year to the day and the static would have led to a dead phone so I was proactive. You’re lucky they bury the wires. Many years ago my boss had a fax machine with a dedicated line at his home. AT&T was always coming out to repair the line as the line would go dead due to squirrels chewing on them. He doesn’t even use a fax machine now – just PDFs/scans now, but it was a pain. It’s not worth the bother with the yard critters and a veggie garden. My boss had about $900.00 damage to wires in his car which were chewed by squirrels just last Summer. They make everyone’s property their business.
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That is the cutest dragon ever
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My Rollercoaster Journey, I agree. He’s got personality!
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